The right words are at your fingertips when Mercury trines Mars. Mars quickens the mental wheels when it exerts a positive influence on Mercury, the planet of communication, negotiation, and wheeling dealing. It’s the perfect day to ask for a raise, to make a pitch, or sweet talk that tight wad into opening up his wallet and peeling off a few big bills. You are eloquent, charming, and persuasive. It’s also an ideal day for quizzes and exams because you will experience near perfect recall. The only thing to guard against is inflating the truth. Make an overblown claim or try to bluff your way out of an awkward situation and you will be found out. Signs most affected: Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, and Aquarius